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Our innovation projects

UK Power Networks is at the forefront of the low carbon energy revolution. Innovation has a crucial role to play in keeping our customers’ lights on. It is helping us prepare for a low carbon future while ensuring we continue to improve the service we give our customers today.

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Net zero and energy system transition

Whole energy system

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OVERVIEW

The Whole energy system is designed to drive the innovation needed to transform gas and electricity networks for a low-carbon future.

All Live Projects

Whole energy system

Proactive optimised assets and practices

Data and digitalisation

Automated Tunnel and Shaft inspections

An innovative new trial alongside engineering and built environment consultancy, Arup is seeing Boston Dynamics’ robotic dog ‘Spot’ deployed in

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Strategic Innovation Fund

Net zero and energy system transition

Whole energy system

Connectrolyser

Connectrolyser aims to scale hydrogen electrolyser hub development by developing a novel operational approach to expedite new connections and support

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All Live Projects

Net zero and energy system transition

Whole energy system

HyCompact

We are working collaboratively with gas network Wales & West Utilities to trial new hybrid heating systems which lower carbon emissions.

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If you have an idea that could reshape or revolutionise the way we work, we want to hear from you.

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